Google Pixel 9 vs Honor Magic V6
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Honor Magic V6 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $1599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic V6 leads — 82/100 vs 69/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic V6 has the bigger battery (6660 mAh vs 4700); the Honor Magic V6 is faster in AnTuTu (4,166,339 vs 1,561,427); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 236g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Honor Magic V6
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 236g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1599
- Better camera (75/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Honor Magic V6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4166339 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 6660 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 66W vs 15W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Honor Magic V6, the Honor Magic V6 scores 13 points higher (82/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V6 leads (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 leads (78/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 52/100, Honor Magic V6 — 72/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (98/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic V6 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Honor Magic V6 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Honor Magic V6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 4166339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 2848x2076 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6660 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 66W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 156.7×145.6×4.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 236 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $1599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Honor Magic V6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic V6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2848x2076
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Honor Magic V6
- 6660 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 66W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Honor Magic V6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic V6 leads Google Pixel 9 by 62.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Google Pixel 9 was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V6 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (98/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic V6 and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 is a bit better (75/100 vs 69/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V6 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Honor Magic V6 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Honor Magic V6?
The Honor Magic V6 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 9 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Honor Magic V6 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 69/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Honor Magic V6?
The Honor Magic V6 leads on performance (98/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Honor Magic V6?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Honor Magic V6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.